IHM Ranchi Successfully organised Wall painting and Debate competition to mark the occasion of National Youth Day

Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Ranchi celebrated National Youth Day on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, a great philosopher, spiritual leader, and an enduring inspiration for the youth, with immense enthusiasm and fervour.

The campus resonated with youthful energy as IHM Ranchi organised a wall painting competition on the theme “Jharkhand@25” and a debate competition on the topic “Youth entrepreneurship is far more crucial than government jobs for Jharkhand’s future.” Adding a unique regional touch, all participating teams were named after Jharkhand’s renowned waterfalls.

Students from IHM Ranchi and prominent city schools including Tender Heart Secondary School, Ideal International School, Bright Future School, Carmel School and St. Maria School enthusiastically participated, participated enthusiastically in the competitions, showcased remarkable zeal and creativity.

The programme was graced by Dr. Shumbul Alam, Principal, Ideal International School, Daladali, Ranchi, as Chief Guest. Other distinguished guests included Ms. Shivangi Shukla, Vice Principal, Tender Heart Secondary School, Dr. Manisha Oraon, Co-founder, The Open Field, Khunti, Mr. Kumar Abhishek and Dr. Bhupesh Kumar, Principal, IHM Ranchi.

The formal ceremony began with floral tributes to Swami Vivekananda’s statue, ceremonial lamp lighting, and a spirited Jhumar dance performance by students of IHM Ranchi, reflecting Jharkhand’s rich cultural heritage.

Following this, the debate competition was held in the auditorium, where students confidently presented well-researched arguments and ideas. Ms. Aardra Purve and Mr. Arpit Tamang were declared winners, while Mr. Monodeep Banerjee and Ms. K. Tanishka Rao secured the runner-up positions.

In the school category of the wall painting competition, Usri Falls Team of Tender Heart School, Tupudana emerged as winners, with Ghaghri Falls Team of St. Maria School as runners-up. In the college category, Hundru Falls Team (second-year students) won first prize, while Hirni Falls Team (third-year students) secured the runner-up position. Winners were honoured with awards and books by Swami Vivekananda for their outstanding performances.

Addressing the gathering, Dr. Shumbul Alam applauded the institute’s initiative and the students’ enthusiasm, urging them to dream big and pursue their goals with sincerity and dedication.

Ms. Shivangi Shukla congratulated all participants on National Youth Day and extended her wishes on National Youth Day. She also advised students to remain focused on the topic while presenting their views during the debate competition.

Jury members Dr. Manisha Oraon and Mr. Kumar Abhishek lauded the participants for their preparation, creativity, and commitment.

In his address, Dr. Bhupesh Kumar, Principal, IHM Ranchi, highlighted Swami Vivekananda’s legacy as a powerful orator, thinker, and global spiritual leader. He stressed that debating and artistic expression help build confidence and that every student who stepped onto the stage was a winner. He encouraged students to follow Swami Vivekananda’s ideals of discipline, patience, determination, and unwavering focus to achieve success.

The competitions were coordinated by Ms. Komal Sharma and Mr. Rishabh Thakur, Assistant Lecturers at the institute. The event concluded with a vote of thanks and closing remarks by Dr. Anindita Bhardwaj, Head of Department, IHM Ranchi.